Museum of the History of Science
Museum of the History of Science
The Museum of the History of Science houses an unrivalled collection of early scientific instruments in the world’s oldest surviving purpose-built museum building, the Old Ashmolean on Broad Street, Oxford.
They are an active public museum, offering a programme of public lectures, family-friendly events, gallery tours, table talks and much more, along with taught sessions for schools. As well as their permanent displays, visitors to the Museum enjoy special exhibitions highlighting areas of the collection.
Volunteer-led introductory tours will take place every Thursday at 2.15 and 3pm. Free – no need to book.
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Broad Street
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 3AZ
Telephone: 01865 277280
FREE ADMISSION Opening Times: 2011 Opening Details:
Monday Closed
Tuesday to Friday 12-5pm
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 2-5pm
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